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Big 22: Kings Mountain Wide Receiver William “Tex” Vaughn

Kings Mountain Wide Receiver “Tex” Vaughn moved to Shelby when he was in the 7th grade.

It wasn’t easy, but Vaughn quickly found his community and has been a standout player since entering the high school ranks.

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Once he switched positions to the wide receiver spot, he never looked back.

>> In the video at the top of the page, Channel 9’s Phil Orban highlights Vaughn.


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